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Letter from the Guest Editor
Reflecting on Achievements and Embracing the Future:
A Message for 2025
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John Janowiak
Executive Director
ECEDHA
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Dear ECEDHA Community,
As 2024 comes to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect on the remarkable achievements of our community over the past year. Together, we have made significant progress in our shared mission of promoting excellence in electrical and computer engineering education and research. Your dedication has been truly inspiring, marked by groundbreaking collaborations and innovative educational initiatives.
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As we approach the winter break, I encourage you to take this time to rest, recharge, and reconnect with family and friends. The holiday season is a perfect opportunity to reflect on the accomplishments of the past year and set intentions for the exciting opportunities ahead.
Looking forward, 2025 promises to be a year of growth and innovation for ECEDHA. I am thrilled to invite you to the ECEDHA Annual Conference and ECExpo, which will take place in Norfolk, Virginia, from March 20-24, 2025. This flagship event will bring together leaders from academia, industry, and government to explore cutting-edge developments in electrical and computer engineering. It’s an unparalleled opportunity to exchange ideas, build partnerships, and shape the future of our field. Mark your calendars—this is an event you wont want to miss!
On behalf of the ECEDHA team, I want to thank you for your contributions to our vibrant community. Your commitment to excellence and innovation drives our success. I wish you a joyful holiday season and a prosperous start to the new year. I look forward to seeing many of you in Norfolk this spring!
Sincerely,
John Janowiak
Executive Director
ECEDHA
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2025 ECEDHA Annual Conference and ECExpo Feature
Fostering Entrepreneurship in Engineering Education
By: Elizabeth Hibbler
Entrepreneurship Plenary Panel
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Jaime Camelio
I-Corp Program Director
National Science Foundation
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Bret Gardner
Technology Manager
gNext
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Lawrence T. Pileggi
Coraluppi Head and Tanoto Professor of ECE
Carnegie Mellon University
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The landscape of engineering education is rapidly evolving with a strong emphasis on entrepreneurship, preparing students not only to be skilled engineers but also innovative entrepreneurs. As the ECEDHA community gears up for the 2025 Annual Conference, two significant panels are set to highlight the intersection of engineering and entrepreneurship: the NSF I-Corp feature on March 22, 2025.
UVA Innovates: Catalyzing Entrepreneurial Spirit
At the University of Virginia, the UVA Innovates initiative exemplifies the university's commitment to fostering an entrepreneurial mindset among students and faculty. Spearheaded by Darden School of Business Professor Michael Lenox, this initiative has launched several programs to support entrepreneurial activities across the university. The initiative includes resources like the Venture Hub and a biotech accelerator, aiming to streamline the process for innovators looking to bring their ideas to fruition. Read more
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U of A Engineers Tackle Energy Usage in Semiconductor Technology
By: Katy Smith
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The National Science Foundation – as part of its Future of Semiconductors, or FuSe2, program – recently awarded $3.8 million for two projects involving University of Arizona engineers developing solutions for the semiconductor energy dilemma.
Energy use in technology with semiconductors – from data centers, computers and smartphones to solar cells, electric vehicles and medical equipment – has doubled every three years since 2010, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. And these products could consume nearly 20% of the world's energy by 2030.
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Educating People-First Engineers: A Q&A with Cindy Finelli and Erin Cech By: Patricia DeLacey
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Preparing the next generation of engineers to consider public welfare when developing new technologies.
Medical and law students bookend their education with an oath—accepting the privileges and responsibilities of the profession—and rigorous board exams.
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Engineers who choose to join the National Society of Professional Engineers recite the Engineers’ Creed, pledging to work towards the “advancement and betterment of public health, safety and welfare.” However, there is no universally accepted code of ethics for practicing engineers and no widespread way to hold engineers in the workforce accountable if they act unethically. Yet engineers carry a tremendous professional responsibility—developing technology that impacts society at large in communication, transportation, energy, healthcare and more. | | |
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Call for Articles
ECEDHA members are encouraged to submit articles of interest for inclusion in the ECEDHA Source. Email your article for consideration to information@ecedha.org.
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IEC 2to4 Scholar Spotlight | |
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Meet Edrick Vince Sinsuan
The IEC 2to4 program is an IEC initiative focused on supporting first-generation, underrepresented minority community college students in their transition to completing four-year ECE degrees. In Fall 2024, the first cohort of 2to4 students received scholarship funds. We invite you to share in their academic journey.
Learn more about the IEC 2to4 program.
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Edrick Vince Sinsuan
IEC 2to4 Scholar
Community College:
Tallahassee State College
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“My journey in engineering began in the Philippines, where I was pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering at Mapúa University. However, life took an unexpected turn when my family immigrated to the United States, leading me to pause my studies and start over. Now, I am a student at Tallahassee State College, I am working toward an Associate of Arts in Computer Engineering with plans to transfer to the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering in 2025 or 2026 to complete my Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering." | | |
Association Announcements | | |
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2024 ECEDHA Annual Awards
Final Call for Nominations!
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ECEDHA's prestigious Robert M. Janowiak Outstanding Leadership and Service Award, the Diversity Award, the ECE Technology Integration Award, the Industry Award, and the Innovative Program Award will be presented at the
2025 ECEDHA Annual Conference and ECExpo in Norfolk, Virginia on Sunday, March 23rd, 2025.
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Registration is now open for the
2025 ECEDHA Annual Conference and ECExpo!
March 20-24, 2025 | Hilton Norfolk The Main in Norfolk, Virginia
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Pre-Conference Workshops
Thursday, March 20th
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Annual Conference
Friday, March 21st - Monday, March 24th
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ECExpo
Friday, March 21st - Sunday, March 23th
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Join us for the largest annual gathering of ECE academia and industry across North America. This premier event will include:
- An intensive conference program featuring keynotes, plenary panels, and breakout sessions.
- Specialized programming for ECE Lab Professionals and Students
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ECExpo technology exhibition
- Full-day Workshops
- Collaboration with your local peers during on-site regional meetings
- Ample opportunity for networking
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Registrants must have an active ECEDHA Membership to attend.
For questions, please contact:
Tori Holt, ECEDHA Program Manager tholt@ecedha.org | 312-268-5601
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ECEDHA Annual Survey
Now Open for Data Entry!
The Annual survey is now open for data entry, the survey will remain open until
February 28th, 2025.
You must submit your responses by this date to gain access to the survey results.
For questions, or login information, contact info@ecedha.org.
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Renew Today!
2024-2025 ECEDHA Memberships
Renew your membership today to continue receiving ECEDHA member benefits:
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The opportunity to attend the 2025 ECEDHA Annual Conference & ECExpo
- Access to online resources, virtual programs, and connect with your peers
- Participation in the Annual Survey, a valuable tool in benchmarking data
- Complimentary Job Posting service
- Corporate connections to the leading companies supporting ECE academia
- And much more!
Contact us for assistance with your renewal:
Membership@ecedha.org
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Exploring Remote Labs with
SDR - A Practical Approach
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The Hacker Fab - A DIY Approach
Micro/Nanofabrication
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A Little Engineering Humor | |
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